Doris Gardner-Wilson
Texas LCSW specializing in trauma, addictions, and relationships
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About
Doris Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, is a licensed practitioner in Texas with 25 years of clinical experience. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, family and intimacy-related issues, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar, and life transitions. Her practice also addresses concerns related to self-esteem, anger, career difficulties, and a range of co-occurring concerns including attachment and personality-related issues.
Doris draws on a variety of therapeutic frameworks to tailor sessions to each person’s needs, including approaches that focus on thoughts and behaviors, emotional processing, and relational patterns. She is experienced in addressing sex addiction and works with partners affected by problematic sexual behavior. Her style emphasizes collaborative exploration and practical strategies to manage difficult emotions and interpersonal stressors.
Outside of direct care, she maintains resources for prospective clients on her personal website, thecounselingservice.com, and produces video content under the name Dee Gardner. Prospective clients in Texas can review those materials to learn more about her areas of focus and approach before beginning work together.
Doris draws on a variety of therapeutic frameworks to tailor sessions to each person’s needs, including approaches that focus on thoughts and behaviors, emotional processing, and relational patterns. She is experienced in addressing sex addiction and works with partners affected by problematic sexual behavior. Her style emphasizes collaborative exploration and practical strategies to manage difficult emotions and interpersonal stressors.
Outside of direct care, she maintains resources for prospective clients on her personal website, thecounselingservice.com, and produces video content under the name Dee Gardner. Prospective clients in Texas can review those materials to learn more about her areas of focus and approach before beginning work together.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Other areas of experience: Family conflicts, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LCSW 58672
- NPI Number: 1316368434
- License: LCSW (Texas)
Remote sessions and therapeutic methods
Doris offers online care that uses several evidence-based approaches to guide remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concentrates on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change reactions and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes behavioral skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help manage intense emotions and improve day-to-day functioning. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns that developed early in life and how those patterns affect current intimate and family relationships.
These approaches are described in accessible terms and can be blended to match a client’s goals. People who prefer skills-focused work may find CBT or DBT useful, while those who want to examine relational patterns may find attachment-based work more relevant. Sessions are available by video, by phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and scheduling needs.
How much clinical experience does Doris have?
She has 25 years of professional experience in clinical practice.
What are her credentials and licensing details?
Doris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential LCSW and holds license TX LCSW 58672.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she based?
She is licensed and located in Texas.
What ways can clients work with her remotely?
Clients may connect with her by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to initiate the intake process.